Makkah, June 3, 2025 (7 Dhu al-Hijjah 1446H) — Kidana Development and Investment Company, the executive arm of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, has announced the readiness of more than 22 development projects across the Holy Sites, implemented as part of its strategic plan to welcome pilgrims for the 1446H Hajj season, reflecting the leadership's keenness to raise the efficiency of services and deliver an exceptional, safe and sustainable Hajj experience.

The projects aim to improve infrastructure, ease the movement of crowds, and enhance safety, comfort and wellbeing, following an approach built on the highest standards of quality and smart technology.

At a Glance: Key Projects and Initiatives

  • "Path of the Holy Sites" in Muzdalifah, covering 170,000 square metres, including 103,000 square metres of eco-friendly rubber flooring, 15,000 square metres of green space, dedicated vehicle and buggy lanes, and service equipment comprising 385 seats, 780 water stations, 240 water-misting units, 241 misting poles and 12 canopies.
  • New rest areas for pilgrims along pedestrian routes, covering 28,000 square metres.
  • Landscaping of 290,000 square metres with 20,000 new trees.
  • Shading of the Namirah Mosque courtyard (85,000 square metres) with 320 canopies and 350 misting poles.
  • Replacement of concrete stairways with 32 electric escalators in Mina.
  • Expanded sanitation capacity, replacing 2,116 old restrooms and building 5,628 new two-storey restrooms.
  • "Toward Mina", a wayfinding project using colour-coded signage to ease movement and reduce the number of pilgrims who lose their way.
  • Two-storey tents covering more than 20,000 square metres to increase accommodation capacity.
  • A new emergency hospital in Mina, built in 30 days with a capacity of 180 beds.
  • 71 temporary first-aid centres and 14 emergency centres providing assistance and guidance.
  • More than 100 retail units developed, with contracts signed with local brands.
  • 72 charitable distribution centres established to organise charitable services for pilgrims.

Kidana affirmed that these integrated efforts are part of the national drive to deliver a world-class Hajj experience built on sustainability, technology and innovation, ensuring a smooth performance of the rites and reinforcing the Kingdom's status as a global leader in serving the Two Holy Mosques.